Finding a job that fits your lifestyle isn’t always easy. That’s where Kelly® comes in. We’re seeking a Project Controls Specialist / Cost Analyst to support a premier energy client in Houston, TX (77063). Sound good? Take a closer look below. We’re here to help you find something great that works for you—so you won’t miss a moment of what really matters in your life.
Pay Rate:
$49.00 – $53.00 per hour
Work Arrangement & Term:

• Schedule: Hybrid (3 days on-site in Houston, TX 77063 / 2 days remote)
  

• Job Type: 12-Month Long-Term Contract

Why you should apply to be a Project Controls Specialist:

• Competitive Compensation: Earn $49.00 – $53.00/hr based on experience.
  

• Flexible Lifestyle: Enjoy work-life balance with a predictable 3/2 hybrid work schedule.
  

• Industry Leader: Gain valuable experience supporting large-scale capital projects with a premier energy organization.
  

• Modern Toolset: Work with advanced systems and tools including Oracle Cloud, Power BI, and generative AI productivity tools (Copilot/ChatGPT/Claude).
  

• Supportive Environment: Connect with a collaborative, customer-focused team dedicated to professional excellence.

What’s a typical day as a Project Controls Specialist? You’ll be:

• Managing end-to-end project cost management, including budgeting, commitments, forecasting, accruals, and financial reporting.
  

• Monitoring project performance and utilizing methodologies such as Earned Value Management (EVM) and Estimate at Completion (EAC).
  

• Overseeing contract administration, validating vendor/contractor invoices, certifying payments, and managing change control workflows.
  

• Leveraging advanced Excel and Power BI to analyze complex project datasets and build automated reports and dashboards.
  

• Partnering cross-functionally with project managers, field engineers, and financial stakeholders to identify risks and influence project outcomes.
  

• Mentoring and guiding project team members on project controls processes and compliance requirements.

This job might be an outstanding fit if you:

• Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, Finance, Construction Management, Engineering, Project Controls, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
  

• Have 3–5+ years of experience in project controls, cost controls, field controls, construction management, or project accounting.
  

• Bring background supporting large-scale capital projects/programs within oil & gas, pipeline, terminal, utility, energy, or heavy industrial infrastructure.
  

• Are an Excel power user skilled in Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP, advanced modeling, and automated reporting.
  

• Have practical experience with Oracle Cloud / Oracle Projects, Power BI, and SharePoint.
  

• Possess strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a proactive approach to risk management.

What happens next:
Once you apply, you’ll proceed to the next steps if your skills and experience look like a good fit. But don’t worry—even if this position doesn’t work out, you’re still part of our network. That means all of our recruiters will have access to your profile, expanding your opportunities even more.
 

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